Flying from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX) to Orlando International Airport (MCO): what you need to know
Orlando's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Orlando 14 hours behind Osaka.
Your KIX to MCO flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak time like November? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Orlando International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between KIX and MCO:
Los Angeles International Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
Handy information about Kansai International (Osaka) Airport (KIX)
You'll find KIX at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Of all flights leaving Kansai International (Osaka) Airport, 73% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Osaka to Kansai International (Osaka) Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 45 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to KIX? If you're catching an early flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Orlando International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Book a hotel close to MCO if you're on a late Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Orlando International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Orlando International Airport rental car and discover Orlando and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sonic, Dollar and Budget are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Orlando International Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Orlando International Airport (MCO)
The quietest month for a flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Orlando International Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Orlando based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Kansai International (Osaka) Airport to Orlando International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Orlando during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KIX to MCO in January. Average temperatures are between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Orlando. Around 209 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
Miami is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 338 kilometres south of Orlando. No trip is complete without visiting Beach, Ocean Drive and Port of Miami.